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Celebrating 135 years in business, MECCO is one of the Pittsburgh region's oldest tech/manufacturing companies out there that continues to evolve and grow!
Tune in to TechVibe Radio this Sunday (6/16) as we welcome MECCO President Dave Sweet to tell us about the company's bright future. With the recent acquisition of Lanmark, MECCO has expanded it capabilities in both hardware and software for direct part marking for traceability, verification, and part identification in manufacturing, assembly, and other harsh environments.
Plus, Dave has details on the MECCO Expo set for June 18 bringing together customers and partners to get a hands on immerse experience with its latest technologies, training opportunities, opening its doors for even greater collaboration.
Learn more at www.mecco.com.

As the founder of PS Solutions, Joe Merilli thrives on building relationships and establishing its reputation as a top IT/Software Dev Shop in the country.
Joe steps up to the One Mic Stand to tell us about his intriguing journey in tech that goes back to being an aspiring programmer in highschool to founding PS Solutions 15 years ago. Headquartered in Altoona, Pa., PS Solutions has offices in Pittsburgh and Wilmington, NC.
Listen and learn about PS Solutions' creative approach to solving companies' software and technology problems and how Joe envisions a secure future through U.S.-based technology development and support.
Plus, Joe talks about some of the company's community-oriented projects addressing first responders and suicide prevention and the PS Solutions Foundation to get more women and young people interested in tech careers.
Learn more at www.pssolutions.net

The TechVibe Neighborhood Tour in Peter's Twp. is wrapping up this Sunday (6/9) with Sandesh Sukumaran, Founder of OutcomeLogix.
He stops by Huntington Bank's newest branch to update us on the growth of his born-in-the-cloud, outcome-focused technology staffing services company. Learn how OutcomeLogix's proprietary Applicant Tracking and Candidate Engagement system helps hiring managers to save time from doing excessive interviewing and hiring top-rated candidates faster.
Sandesh says several hiring managers have saved over 70% of their time, while still hiring the top 10% from the available talent pool. Plus he's working woith some of the top employers in Pittsburgh.
Tune in to find out how it works! 

No other technology trend is evolving faster than artificial intelligence. Its impacts are being felt far and wide. Babst Calland's Chris Farmakis and Susanna Bagdasarova go on a deep dive to discuss the potential benefits and limitations of AI, including its ability to drive economic growth and create new revenue streams, while also raising concerns about data privacy and intellectual property protection. 
The duo emphasized the need for responsible use of AI in legal work, including accuracy, verification, and regulatory oversight, to minimize risks for clients and provide creative solutions. Chris and Susanna also highlighted the importance of understanding AI from multiple perspectives to ensure ethical development and use.
They also explore:
The current developments of AI. Business sectors embracing AI. Should businesses have policies in place? What are some watch outs or risks associated with AI implementation? How is artificial intelligence being regulated? (Re: Executive Order 14110) What is Babst Calland doing to keep up with the evolving landscape of AI? Are you taking any precautions? Chris Farmakis is a shareholder and chairman of the board at Babst Calland. His legal practice focuses on acquisitions and divestitures, complex corporate and commercial transactions, real estate transactions, entity, joint venture and partnership structuring and formation, general business counseling, and project implementation and management of large document management projects. As a member of the Emerging Technologies practice, he serves the multidisciplinary legal and business needs of clients developing or investing in new technologies, new companies, and new ideas in the full spectrum of technology.
Susanna Bagdasarova is an associate in the Corporate and Commercial and Emerging Technologies groups at Babst Calland and focuses primarily on corporate and commercial law, including addressing the complex legal and business issues surrounding the development, deployment, commercialization, and use of emerging technologies in a variety of industries.

It might be one of the Pittsburgh region's best-kept secrets, but not for long. You can gain new, in-demand technical skills and focus on real-world applications with a Master of Science in Computer Science degree from Duquesne University.
Duquesne's Dr. Jeff Jackson, Graduate Director and Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science, and David Berdik, Instructor Computer Science, step up to the One Mic Stand Podcast to detail how you can unlock a world of possibilities with a program built to help working professionals and recent graduates with bachelor's degrees excel in their careers and make meaningful contributions to the industry. 
The Master of Science in Computer Science program at Duquesne University offers a comprehensive education in computing, focusing on current research areas, with opportunities for involvement in faculty research projects and publications, and without comprehensive examinations. The program offers:
Part-time and full-time enrollment available Non-thesis program No GRE required, unless seeking an assistantship Competitive tuition rate Applications due July 1 for Fall 2024 start. Learn more here.
 

The TechVibe Neighborhood Tour continues at the Huntington Bank in Peter's Twp. as we welcome CONSOL's Dan Connell, Sr., VP of Innovations, and Matt Mackowiak, Manager of Government Affairs, to tell us about the new NotSoFast public education campaign.
Coal is used for much more than power generation. CONSOL Innovations develops new materials coming from coal, including water filtration, fertilizer, steel and concrete. Plus coal is needed for the steel and concrete to build infrastructure renewable energies like solar and wind.
Check out www.thecoalhardtruth.com for stats and facts surrounding the growing use of coal around the world. And hear from Dan and Matt how CONSOL and the region are leading the way.
Tune in and geek out with us!